"Aldi Goes Plastic-Free in U.S. Stores"

Aldi has become the first major U.S. retailer to eliminate plastic shopping bags from its 2,300 stores, aiming to save over 4,400 tons of plastic annually. Shoppers will need to bring their own reusable bags or purchase them at the checkout, with the goal of removing all plastic shopping bags by the end of 2023. Additionally, Aldi plans to switch to environmentally friendly refrigerants by 2035, emphasizing its commitment to sustainability and cost reduction passed on to customers.